# Event Details - **Event Name**: Product Design & Digital Manufacturing Teacher Professional Development - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 08:45 am – Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: Product Design & Digital Manufacturing Teacher Professional Development - EmeraldAbout this EventThe Rockhampton Manufacturing Hub will be hosting a Product Design & Digital Manufacturing (CAD & CAM) Teacher Professional Development Workshop facilitated by STEM Punks.In today's rapidly evolving world, equipping students with design thinking, digital manufacturing, and electronics skills is crucial. This Professional Development program empowers teachers to integrate these vital skills into their Curriculum through hands-on experience with 3D Design, circuitry, and manufacturing processes​When: Wednesday, 18 February 2026, 8.45am - 3.00pmWhere: Queensland Government Office, 99 Hospital Road, Emerald Qld 4720Cost: $25.00 per person (includes catering)About this event:This one-day Professional Development program provides a hands-on, immersive learning experience. Through interactive workshops, you will explore Design Thinking principles, master 3D-Design software, and learn to integrate Circuitry into your product creations. The program culminates in collaborative project work, where teachers will apply their new skills to develop curriculum-aligned projects ready for classroom implementation. Support and resources will be provided to ensure ongoing success in classroom delivery.Key Learning Outcomes:Apply the Design Thinking Process: Empathise with local and global perspectives and address real-world challenges to design human-centred solutions.3D Design and Manufacturing: You will develop proficiency in 3D Design software through hands-on activities and project-based learning, including CAD and CAM.Circuit Design and Application: You will gain a foundational understanding of basic circuitry and electronics through hands-on experimentation. You will build and test simple circuits, learn to integrate electronic components with 3D Designs, and explore the potential for interactive and functional products using Coding.Session 1: Introcution to Design Thinking (9am-10.30am)Program introduction and icebreaker activityOverview of the day's agenda and learning objectivesImportance of Digital Design and Electrical Circuits in STEM educationOverview of STEM Tools for the classroomHands-on activity: Design Thinking as an Innovation ToolSession 2: Digital Design and Electrical Circuits (11:00am - 12:30pm)Introduction to 3D Design Tools and its applications in educationIntroduction to Electrical Circuit Design Tools and its applications in educationHands-on activity: Product Design PrincipalsSession 3: Product Design Challenge (1:30 pm - 3pm)Designing interactive systems, introduction to 3D interactive tools and CodingIntroduction to Agile Project Management for student projectsHands-on activity: Design your own product using STEM Tools, Rapid Prototyping and evaluation.What you need: LaptopEnquiries: Tess Lyons, Principal Capability Development Officer, Rockhampton Manufacturing Hub at teressa.lyons@nrmmrrd.qld.gov.au or phone 0499 845 565.About STEM Punks:STEM Punks team of award-winning Educators & Engineers develop and deliver STEM Education programs across the world. They work closely with leading industry partners to design tailored programs, linked with future workforce needs. STEM Punks is recognised internationally as a leading STEM Education provider. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/61596b20-c5e8-11f0-9e15-47c88bfad348-rimg-w1200-h317-dcffffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/emerald/product-design-and-digital-manufacturing-teacher-professional-development/100001967210020126 - **Event Categories**: workshops, it, contests, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 25, max: 25, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Emerald - **state**: QL - **country**: Australia - **location**: Queensland Government Office (Emerald) - **lat**: -23.5092017 - **long**: 148.1543473 - **full address**: Queensland Government Office (Emerald), 99 Hospital Road, Emerald, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Product Design & Digital Manufacturing Teacher Professional Development - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b7d2c4eefcc621704a770b867da1e0ed066c696c3f7bcd512a1447fa0c58cd34-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1763626250 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Product Design & Digital Manufacturing Teacher Professional Development being held? - **A:** Product Design & Digital Manufacturing Teacher Professional Development takes place on Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 08:45 am to Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Queensland Government Office (Emerald), 99 Hospital Road, Emerald, Australia. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Product Design & Digital Manufacturing Teacher Professional Development? - **A:** Tickets for Product Design & Digital Manufacturing Teacher Professional Development are priced at AUD 25 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionAUD 25Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Product Design & Digital Manufacturing Teacher Professional Development? - **A:** Product Design & Digital Manufacturing Teacher Professional Development is organized by Rockhampton Manufacturing Hub. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Product Design & Digital Manufacturing Teacher Professional Development is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Emerald, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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